when Grandpa and Grandma come. Whether your last name is Baldwin or Parker, if you have Grandpa or Grandma attached at the beginning you have status around here! Last week our family basked in the realms of "Hollywood" for a little star studded weekly activity.
First up, we welcomed the Baldwin Grandparents for a few days while Grandpa was here for eye surgery. Olivia and JT were a little concerned when they saw "pampa" with an eye patch looking like a pirate. We were glad that everything went smoothly with that and before we knew it, the patch was off and Grandpa was sporting some cool shades. The time went quickly and we bid farewell while we licked our spoonfulls of ice cream from Cold Stone Creamery.
Next, we anticipated the return of the famous Portugal couple missionaries – Elder and Irma Parker. They arrived in Idaho Falls Saturday morning after a night delay in SLC. All kids (and their parents) were as giddy as you can imagine as they were spotted coming down the escalator. After the luggage wasn’t retreived we drove home and welcomed them back to America with a famous Parker Hot Dog roast. It was fun to watch the introductions of the new babies that have been born the last 18 months: JT, Cooper, and Simon. We hear that little Josie was in on the introductions in SLC before they flew into Idaho Falls. It was also fun to hear more about the friends we met on our visit to Portugal last fall as they reported their mission in church Sunday. More fun times are sure to come, I’m sure. There is always a party going on when you are a Parker.
You can’t put a price tag on a Grandparent’s love and devotion. It is joyful to be the parent and watch my kids idolize Grandpa and Grandma, as Grandpa and Grandma dote right back. The exchange between them all is a pleasure to behold. There is a special bond that comes with the title and every kid deserves Grandparents as amazing as both of ours!!!
Comments:
Anne said…
Yeah! So fun to see your pics at the airport! Thx for sharing! Hope you are all enjoying each other and can’t wait to see you all soon!
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 10:04:09 PM
michelle said…
Thanks for sharing the fun pictures. Grandparents are pretty special people. I love the kids in their Portugal shirts. Zach tries to wear his every day-every once in a while I have to wash it.
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 10:14:11 PM
Grandpa and Grandma Parker said…
It was really fun for us. We are so blessed with a wonderful family. Thanks for all you are doing with your family and for us too.
Saturday, July 04, 2009 6:09:55 AM